Para-Professional Cataloger, Backstage Library Works, Boston, MA
Posted January 31, 2018
Backstage Library Works, based in the United States in Provo, Utah, and Bethlehem, Pennsylvania, provides technical services to libraries, museums, and archives around the world.
February 01, 2018
Short-Term Temporary Employment Opportunity
Boston, MA
Immediate opening
Para-Professional Cataloger
Full-time position available in Boston, MA
Fully benefitted after 2 months, with paid time off accrual and 8 paid holidays per calendar year
Job Description
The expected duration of this project will be from February 2018 to June 2018, working 5 days (37.5 hours) per week. The Cataloger will be working on-site at the State Library of Massachusetts in Boston, performing original and copy cataloging. Materials will largely be monograph print publications.
The Cataloger will provide editing of copy records, including addition of in-house classification, LC subject headings, and missing RDA fields, and work with materials for which there is no copy available to create new original records. The Cataloger will also create local authority records for state agencies which do not yet have existing records.
Responsibilities
- Perform original & copy cataloging using RDA standard in MARC format
- Export records from OCLC Connexion and create item-level records in the library’s Evergreen ILS
- Attach barcodes and spine labels to each item processed
- Assign classification using the library’s unique classification system
- Create name authority cards for agencies with no locally established authority record
- Meet daily production levels and standards
- Use stairs to transport materials between shelving and individual work stations
- Make informed decisions within given specifications with little supervision
Requirements
- ALA-accredited MLS/MLIS degree or considerable professional cataloguing experience
- Attentiveness to detail and quality
- Work in a deadline-oriented, production environment
- Strong organizational skills
- Ability to work independently & productively
- Learn new skills quickly and thoroughly
- Basic familiarity with Windows & Microsoft Office suite
- Familiarity with library standards, including RDA, MARC21, AACR2, and LCSH
- Type speed minimum: 50+ wpm
- Ability to lift 40 lbs.
- Must pass a general knowledge and cataloging test
- Must pass a background check and drug test prior to appointment
- Experience with original and copy cataloging in OCLC
To apply
Please submit a cover letter and resume via email to Laura Folaumahina ([email protected]) and Alex McComas ([email protected]). Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.